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Major League Baseball Presentation and Predictions

Major League Baseball, commonly referred to as the MLB, is one of the United States’ ‘big four’ sports (along with the NFL, the NBA and the NHL) and is considered to be a national pastime in the country. It is the premier baseball league in the world, attracting the best talent from North America, Central/South America and Asia primarily. The league consists of 30 teams separated into two different conferences, the American League (AL) and the National League (NL). In these two conferences there are three divisions (East, Central and West), each containing five teams each. The Los Angeles Dodgers are the defending champions after defeating the New York Yankees by a series score of 4-1 in the 2024 World Series. The Dodgers also proved to be the MLB's best regular season team last year, posting a league-high .605 winning percentage through a 98-64 record.

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2025 MLB Prediction: Who Will Win the 2025 World Series?

Champions in 2020 and 2024, the LA Dodgers have been one of the top-contending teams for the World Series crown for a number of years now. It should come as little surprise to find that they are once again at the top of the bookmakers' odds sheet for the 2025 World Series.

The Dodgers are jam-packed with All-Star talent and boast the league's highest payroll for the upcoming season ($321 million). Megastar Shohei Ohtani leads the way, fresh off the back of his second straight NL MVP award (his third all time), as well as the likes of Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman.

Importantly, Los Angeles will also enter the 2025 season with what is very likely going to be the league's best starting rotation. They added one of Japan's hottest young pitching talents in Roki Sasaki along with veteren flamethrower Blake Snell, winner of two Cy Young awards (2018, 2023). They will join the aforementioned Ohtani, who is expected to return to pitching in 2025, as well as Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Tyler Glasnow.

With a potentially significant upgrade to their pitching staff along with the all the firepower that the Dodgers possess in their starting lineup, they're going to be a tough team to beat over a five or seven-game series. Therefore, our prediction to win the 2025 World Series: the Los Angeles Dodgers!

2025 MLB Prediction: Odds on the favorites to win the World Series

Below you'll find the current odds of the top favorites to lift the famous Commissioner’s Trophy in 2025:

• Los Angeles Dodgers - 3.25
• Atlanta Braves - 10.00
• New York Yankees - 10.00
• New York Mets - 11.00
• Philadelphia Phillies - 13.00
• Baltimore Orioles - 15.00
• Boston Red Sox - 19.00
• Houston Astros - 19.00
• Texas Rangers - 23.00
• Detroit Tigers - 29.00
• Arizona Diamondbacks - 31.00
• Chicago Cubs - 31.00

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Who Will Win the 2025 AL MVP in Major League Baseball?

After correctly predicting the New York's Yankees Aaron Judge to win the 2024 AL MVP award, we're again putting our money behind the 6'7" slugger in 2025. Despite his team making the World Series, Judge really struggled to get going during the 2024 postseason.

However, his brillance in the regular season cannot be denied. The 32-year-old Judge blasted a league-high 58 home runs last year (four more than Ohtani) while also driving in an incredible 144 RBI - also a league best. The six-time All-Star has a strong case as being the best hitter in baseball with his .322 batting average last year ranking fourth. Judge is in his prime years and with a strong Yankees team behind him, is poised for another MVP-caliber year. Aaron Judge is our pick to be crowned 2025 AL Most Valuable Player!

2025 MLB Prediction: Odds on the favorites to win AL MVP

• Aaron Judge - 3.75
• Bobby Witt Jr. - 4.50
• Gunnar Henderson - 8.00
• Yordan Alvarez - 9.00
• Corey Seager - 13.00
• Vlad Guerrero Jr. - 15.00
• Jose Ramirez - 17.00
• Mike Trout - 17.00
• Julio Rodriguez - 21.00
• Rafael Devers - 26.00

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What Prediction For the 2025 NL MVP in Major League Baseball?

Shohei Ohtani fully delivered in his first season as a Dodger after his big money switch from the Angels at the end of 2023. The Japanese phenom claimed his third NL MVP award last year after hitting 54 home runs and driving in 130 runs - both National League bests. The amazing aspect of Ohtani's game is that he is an elite two-way player. That also makes his 2024 NL MVP award even more significant as the 30-year-old didn't pitch last year.

Ohtani is expected to return to pitching in the 2025 campaign, which even further strengthens his case for a fourth MVP award. It's not surprising to see that he tops the charts at the bookmakers given his potential to rack up impressive stats in both batting and pitching, which is why our 2025 NL MVP award prediction is Shohei Ohtani!

2025 MLB Prediction: Odds on the favorites to win NL MVP

• Shohei Ohtani - 2.50
• Juan Soto - 6.50
• Fernando Tatis Jr. - 9.00
• Mookie Betts - 12.00
• Bryce Harper - 15.00
• Kyle Tucker - 17.00
• Elly De La Cruz - 19.00
• Francisco Lindor - 19.00
• Ronald Acuna Jr. - 21.00
• Corbin Carroll - 26.00

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Beginner’s Guide to How the MLB Works

The Major League Baseball season consists of 162 games, played from March 27th (official Opening Day) to September 28th, with the postseason starting in October. Many of these games come against their own divisional rivals with each team facing off 13 times each against the other four teams they are competing with. This often leads to some heated rivalries which can make for excellent viewing, and potentially profitable betting situations, from a fan perspective.

The 30 teams in the league are competing for 12 playoffs spots, six from each conference. The AL and NL teams with the best record receive a first round bye, qualifying automatically for the divisional series round, while the remaining four teams play a best-of-three Wild Card round with the matchups being determined by the final seeding of each team. The division round, commonly referred to as the ALDS and the NLDS, are played as a best-of-five format while the championship round (ALCS and NLCS) then revert to a best-of-seven series. The winners of the championship round advance to the World Series where a seven game series is played to determine the season champion.

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How to Make Good Predictions on MLB Games?

Below we've come up with five habits you can implement into your own MLB prediction process to greatly increase your chances of a successful bet.

• Compare the starting pitcher matchup
• Consider the form of the teams
• Analyze detailed statistics 
• Situational spots and team news
• Compare odds across bookmakers

Adding these into your process is sure to help you out in the long run. Let's look at each in more detail:

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1. Compare the starting pitcher matchup

The starting pitcher duel is often considered to be among the most important aspects of a game and should be one of the first things you look to analyze. Pitcher performance is paramount in determining which team walks away with the win. A pitcher who has good stuff and is in the zone can hold a team scoreless and with minimal hits until the later stages of the game, sometimes even going the full nine innings. Of course, this type of performance from a pitcher gives his team a massive edge to win the game as the offense will only have to drive-in a run or two to walk away with the victory. 

You want to assess how the pitcher has been performing on the season. Be sure to note their ERA, which stands for earned run average, and is the principal stat in determining how effective a pitcher is. You can also look at numbers such as the pitcher's strikeout rate, team batting average against, home runs allowed and his performance against right and left handed batters. If you notice that a left-handed pitcher has significantly better numbers against left-handed batters, check the opposition lineup to see if they have a high number of lefties that will take to the plate.

2. Consider the form of the teams

As with most sports, you’ll want to pay attention to the form of the two teams facing off when looking into a game. While it’s certainly not the end-all-be-all, there is something to be said for a team that is in a rhythm and playing well. Baseball, perhaps more so than other sports, can see players and even entire teams pick up steam and go on hot streaks for considerable amounts of time. Likewise, it’s not entirely uncommon for a player to have a hitting slump or a pitcher to have a pitching slump that lasts an entire season. We don’t recommend making predictions based solely on form but when combined with the other points on this list, will help guide you along to your final conclusion.

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3. Analyze detailed statistics

Baseball is unique in that it employs a seemingly endless list of statistics and metrics that both sports bettors and professional teams use when assessing players. Luckily for us, many of these statistics are available to the public and can be found with a simple online search. The MLB is truly a game of numbers and analytics have taken the sport in a new direction. So, how can you use them to your advantage?

You’ll want to think logically about how the statistics you are looking at can be applied to make a more informed sports betting prediction. For example, say a team is facing a left-handed pitcher. In this case, it would be advisable to look for how the team performs against lefties; this can be found by looking at the team OPS against left-handed pitchers, average runs scored vs lefties, batting average, etc. In a similar manner, you can judge how the pitcher himself performs against left or right-handed batters. You will also want to take into account what kind of ballpark the game is played in (is it a pitcher’s park or hitter’s park?). Always keep an eye out for the relevant statistics and how they can be used to analyze the most likely outcome of an event.

4. Situational spots and team news

Another aspect that sets the MLB apart from other sports around the world is the sheer number of games that are played. The regular season in the MLB is 162 games, all of which are played over the course of only 187 days. Therefore, teams often play multiple games on consecutive days, making rest days a rare commodity – there are only 20-25 per team in the entire season! With this information in mind, it makes sense to be aware of the team’s schedules in the games that you are looking to bet on. Make a note of how teams perform when coming off of a rest day, do they see a significant increase in offensive production? Does their win percentage rise considerably thanks to the extra prep day?

Starting pitchers are often granted around five days to recover in between starts. Naturally, because pitching is such a physically intensive activity and hard on the arm. However, there are situations that might arise where a pitcher comes in on short rest (more common in the playoffs when a team needs their ace on the mound in a must win game). Some teams even opt for “bullpen days” where they essentially pitch the entire game utilizing their full bullpen instead of one of their designated starters. These are situations you’ll want to be aware of.

5. Compare odds across bookmakers

Last but certainly not least, you will want to make it a priority to compare the odds at different bookmakers. We can’t stress enough just how important this is; this one factor can often make the difference between some sports bettors ending up profitable or in the red! You always want to be looking for the best available odds for the bet that you wish to place. If you can consistently get the best possible price you will instantly see an improvement on your bottom line. 

In order to do this most effectively, you’ll want to register with as many betting sites as you can. Having funds available on a multitude of different books ensures you will have the ability to choose the best possible line across the sites you are registered with. Not only that, but you will also be able to benefit from bookmaker’s welcome bonuses, many of which can see you receive a 100% bonus on your first deposit! To check out the best welcome bonuses out there currently, visit our best betting sites page.

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What Not to Do For Your MLB Predictions

To give yourself the best chance at achieving a positive ROI in your Major League Baseball betting there are a few pitfalls you will want to avoid. Here are some examples of what you should be cautious of:

• Not taking into account the pitching matchup.
• Chasing your losses (ex. Betting triple your normal amount to ‘make up for’ two previous losses).
• Not practicing proper bankroll management (you should have a fixed bet amount within your overall betting funds). 
• Not comparing bookmakers to find the best possible odds on the market for your bet.
• Betting strictly on a team’s name and reputation and not accounting for recent performance and form.
• Only looking at final scores of previous games and not digging deeper into the underlying statistics.
• Disregarding the betting odds and not understanding the implied probability behind them.
• Blindly betting on your favorite team.

More than a few beginner and experienced bettors have fallen victim to one or multiple of the above habits. If you can eliminate them from your betting process and approach each game with clear, rational analysis, you’ll greatly increase your chances of turning a profit!

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MLB Prediction: Statistics You Need to Know

We’ve compiled some of the most important statistics to keep an eye on when you are analyzing your next MLB predictions. All of the following statistics are taken from the previous 2024 season unless stated otherwise:

• The average runs scored per team across the 30 ball clubs was 4.35 last season.
• The Cincinnati Reds were the best team against the spread last season, covering the runline in 55.6% of their games.
• The Royals (55.5%) and the Tigers (55.0%) were second and third, respectively, in runline cover percentage.
• 29% of games last season saw a run scored in the first inning, up from 27.7% in the 2022 season.
• The Arizona Diamondbacks held the highest “run scored in the first inning” mark at 38.89% while the White Sox held the lowest at 20.99%.
• The Diamondbacks also had the highest amount of games going over the posted total at 59.4%.
• The Atlanta Braves led the MLB in games that finished under the posted total at 61.4%.

Regarding the American League 2024:

• The team with the most wins in the regular season was the New York Yankees with 94 wins.
• The White Sox had the fewest wins, with only 41 victories.
• The best offense by far were the Yankees, scoring 815 runs.
• The Seattle Mariners allowed only 607 runs throughout the 2024 regular season.

Regarding the National League 2024:

• The Los Angeles Dodgers had the most wins, with 98 victories in the regular season.
• The Colorado Rockies, on the other hand, had the fewest wins, with only 61.
• The Arizona Diamondbacks had the best offense in the regular season with 886 runs.
• The Rockies also had the worst defense in the regular season, allowing a total of 929 runs.

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In Short: How to Make the Right MLB Predictions?

When making your MLB predictions, be sure to follow the advice laid out in this article. You will want to make sure you properly analyze the pitching matchup between the two teams, the underlying statistics in regards to their batting, defense and pitching, the form of the teams and the situational spot in play. 

If you are pressed for time and don’t think you’ll be able to fully analyze an MLB game, or simply would like to hear our thoughts on the matter, head over to our predictions page where you can find the latest betting tips by our MLB experts.

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MLB: best odds

28 Mar 2025, 16:10 Tampa Bay Rays - Colorado Rockies

1 1.5

2 2.81

28 Mar 2025, 19:07 Toronto Blue Jays - Baltimore Orioles

1 1.78

2 2.1

28 Mar 2025, 19:10 Miami Marlins - Pittsburgh Pirates

1 2.25

2 1.75

28 Mar 2025, 20:05 Texas Rangers - Boston Red Sox

1 2.01

2 1.85

28 Mar 2025, 20:10 Houston Astros - New York Mets

1 1.73

2 2.26

28 Mar 2025, 21:40 Arizona Diamondbacks - Chicago Cubs

1 1.77

2 2.19

28 Mar 2025, 21:40 San Diego Padres - Atlanta Braves

1 1.8

2 2.16

28 Mar 2025, 21:40 Seattle Mariners - Athletics

1 1.67

2 2.4

28 Mar 2025, 22:10 Los Angeles Dodgers - Detroit Tigers

1 1.48

2 3.08

29 Mar 2025, 13:05 New York Yankees - Milwaukee Brewers

1 2.33

2 1.65

2 May 2025, 18:10 Cincinnati Reds - Washington Nationals

1 1.4

2 2.65

8 Aug 2025, 20:10 Milwaukee Brewers - New York Mets

1 9

2 1.03

12 Aug 2025, 19:05 New York Yankees - Minnesota Twins

1 1.67

2 2.15

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